I learned to create content for humans

Tim Wiltshire graduated with a joint honours degree in Creative Writing & English Literature. He now runs his own writing and editing service called Content For Humans.

I developed writing, editing and storytelling skills at UoG

Combining Creative Writing with English Literature gave me a wonderful variety of research, exploration and chances to tell stories.

I discovered new favourite authors, from PD James’ trailblazing female detective to the shock and awe of Chuck Palahniuk’s masterful storytelling. I found acceptance in reading my coming-out stories aloud in autobiography seminars. I wrote literary essays and all sorts of fiction – fantasy, thriller, romance, sci-fi. Some were planned and workshopped with fellow students – some were quickfire creations. I’m still writing a light-hearted trilogy about Hell that I started at UoG.

I also enjoyed proofreading essays and dissertations for other students. Odd?

I refined my skills in marketing roles

I started in marketing and editorial assistant roles – including UoG’s comms team. I found my content writing, proofreading and website skills made me an asset, working my way up to website editor, content executive, senior marketing officer… What I enjoyed wasn’t just churning out information for potential customers or future students, but making it easy, simple and full of human stories.

I launched Content For Humans

I realised I’d always been creating content for humans – telling human stories in relatable and inclusive ways. So it was ace to find the domain for contentforhumans.co.uk was available. I grabbed it and began working freelance for previous employers and connections. My clients now include universities, sustainability experts, designers, ethical brands and fiction authors. Self-employment is tricky sometimes, but I love the autonomy, creativity and variety (and the quiet!). Plus the occasional digital nomad adventure.

UoG changed everything

I wouldn’t have had the skills, inspiration or confidence to set up my own business without studying and working at UoG. I entered university feeling aimless and isolated. I’m now forever part of a marvellously supportive and creative community.

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